FIS Work Bonus video
This video provides information on how the Work Bonus can help eligible pensioners who are working to keep more of their pension.
Retirement village or lifestyle village rent type for rent assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you’re in retirement living.
Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
Granny flat interest
A granny flat interest is an agreement for accommodation for life. It can affect your eligibility or rate of payment and we may include it in your assets test.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.
Severe financial hardship provisions
We may reduce or waive your waiting period for a payment if you meet the severe financial hardship provisions.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Income from scholarships for students and apprentices
Income you get from scholarships can count in your income test. It might affect your payments.